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For Educators and Parents

March 4, 2017Hosted at Mayerson JCC

KY Approved Early Care and Education Training

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Register at cincymuseum.org/learningthroughplay

Schedule8 a.m. Check-in Opens

9 a.m. Sessions

10:45 a.m. Sessions Noon Lunch Break

1 p.m. Sessions

2:45 p.m. Sessions

4 p.m. Conference Ends

RegistrationPre-Registration ends February 16. No Day-of Registration available. Cost: $15/session Group Discount For groups of 8 or more educators from one center, register under single registration using “add new participant” and call the Learning Through Play Hotline at (513) 486-5871 once complete to receive 10% discount.

Lunch Options Meals must be ordered in advance. No food options will be available at event. A few restaurants are within 10-minute drive.

Pre-ordered lunch options: Boxed Lunches: $10 per lunch

Submarine Sandwich (Ham, Turkey, Beef, Swiss, Colby) on SourdoughChicken Salad on CroissantGrilled Chicken Breast on SourdoughVegetarian Black Bean Pita All pre-ordered lunches include: Fruit Salad, Potato Chips, Cookie and are subject to 7% sales tax.

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Location and Directions Mayerson JCC8485 Ridge RoadCincinnati, OH 45236mayersonjcc.org/about/directionsFree parking onsite

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Program Descriptions KY Approved Early Care and Education Training

A Awesome Story Times through Interactive PlayPresented by Arnice Smith, It Takes All ThatIt’s time to jazz up story time and get involved. Have a blast engaging in an awesome, interactive story time with tips on how to incorporate into your classroom.

B Cultural CelebrationsPresented by Samantha Gaier, Cincinnati Art MuseumGain an understanding of celebrations within different cultures and how to introduce the topic of symbols to your students through art.

C Fun with Music: It’s Time to Play!Presented by Jennifer Ellis, Jennifer Ellis MusicIncorporating music into your preschool classroom can be easy and fun. Discover ways to add music to your curriculum and the skills students develop by singing, dancing and playing.

D Language and Literacy for Children with DisabilitiesPresented by Jessica Hamilton and Jennie Webbink, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical CenterIdentify how children with disabilities learn language and literacy and leave with strategies to create language and literacy learning activities in your classroom.

E Language Development in Infants and ToddlersPresented by Regina Spaulding, ThinkTVToddlers are constantly learning. Focus your environment and activities for language learning and be able to create ways to include families in the fun. F Science Skills for PreschoolersPresented by Tony Lawson and Karen Venetian, Cincinnati Museum CenterExperience the six process skills children should develop to become successful science learners and leave with ideas on how to incorporate each of them into your classroom.

G Using Visual Supports to Teach Skills and Deal with MisbehaviorPresented by Stephanie Weber and Bethany Walker, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical CenterAll children benefit from the use of visual supports, such as schedules and to-do lists. Learn how to best use these strategies with children.

H Discussing Developmental Concerns with FamiliesPresented by Stephanie Weber and Teresa Farmer, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical CenterChildren with developmental concerns have the best outcomes when red flags are addressed early. Identify practical approaches for discussing concerns with families.

I Make it HappenPresented by Tommy Rueff, Happen, Inc.Expand your knowledge of resources for projects that combine science and art, and leave with a “Happen-Take it to the Classroom” bag filled with ideas and materials for your classroom.

We know that when adults wear seat belts, kids wear seat belts. Be a good example and buckle up for every ride. Be sure everyone in the vehicle buckles up, too.

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J Massage - A Foundation for Infants and ToddlersPresented by Abigail Foltz Hottle, Child in BloomDiscover the benefits of therapeutic massage and learn to identify and respond to infants’ earliest communication cues.

K Mindful Strength Practice for TeachersPresented by Jaimi Cabrera, Beech Acres Parenting Center & Sarah Zawaly, Children, Inc. Mindfulness and character strength practices improve students’ self-control and increase their participation, respect for others and their own happiness and self-acceptance. Join for a fun session where you will learn and practice mindful strength exercises.

L Sensory Play in PreschoolPresented by Jessica Hamilton and William Danner, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical CenterDiscover the role sensory play has in children’s cognitive and physical development, how to integrate experiences into the classroom and strategies to identify and support children with challenges.

M Using Tablets to Grow Math ThinkersPresented by Heidi Kloos and Macey Cartwright, University of CincinnatiDiscover why math competence is as important as literacy development and how the experiences you are providing can be enhanced through touch screen tablets.

N When to Call for Help…Understanding Your Children’s BehaviorsPresented by Sharidon Wolz, LISW-S, Beech Acres Parenting CenterLearn techniques and tools that contribute to a child’s ability to communicate and express themselves through play. Gain knowledge of different mental health diagnoses, as well as how children’s behaviors and emotions can be impacted.

Remember that kids need to use a booster until they are at least 4 feet 9 inches tall and weigh between 80 and 100 pounds. For most kids, they will be between ages 8 to 12 years old.

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A Awesome Story Times through Interactive Play 9 to 10:15 a.m. & 10:45 to Noon x x x

B Cultural Celebrations 9 to 10:15 a.m. & 10:45 to Noon x x

C Fun with Music: It’s Time to Play! 9 to 10:15 a.m. & 10:45 to Noon x x

D Language and Literacy for Children with Disabilities 9 to 10:15 a.m. & 10:45 to Noon x x x

E Language Development in Infants and Toddlers 9 to 10:15 a.m. & 10:45 to Noon x x

F Science Skills for Preschoolers 9 to 10:15 a.m. & 10:45 to Noon x x

G Using Visual Supports to Teach Skills and Deal with… 9 to 10:15 a.m. & 10:45 to Noon x x x

H Discussing Developmental Concerns with Families 1 to 2:15 p.m. & 2:45 to 4 p.m. x x x

I Make it Happen 1 to 2:15 p.m. & 2:45 to 4 p.m. x x

J Massage-A Foundation for Infants and Toddlers 1 to 2:15 p.m. x x

K Mindful Strength Practice for Teachers 1 to 2:15 p.m. x x

L Sensory Play in Preschool 1 to 2:15 p.m. & 2:45 to 4 p.m. x

M Using Tablets to Grow Math Thinkers 1 to 2:15 p.m. & 2:45 to 4 p.m. x x

N When to Call for Help… 2:45 to 4 p.m. x x

Programs

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Learning Through Play for FamiliesSaturdays in MarchMarch 4, 11, 18 and 25Parents and their children can learn though play together! Experience the fun with your kids at Learning Through Play for Families.

Explore the Duke Energy Children’s Museum, our region’s premier location to learn while playing.

Visit with our community partners, who will lead drop-in activities to help you and your children develop important skills while playing. Look for different activities each Saturday in March.

To learn more or purchase tickets, visit cincymuseum.org

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Want to know which sessions are appropriate for your child or students’ ages? Use the chart below to guide your choices and mark sessions of interest.

KY Approved Early Care and Education Training

The Duke Energy Children’s Museum Presents

Mini MakersMini Makers are a chance to do new, fun and creative things. These interactive family workshops are designed for 5-10 year olds and provide an enriching experience for the whole family.

STEM GirlsParticipate in experiences and activities in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) that will show you how fascinating and cool STEM can be! This free program is designed for girls 8-14.

Learn through play 363 days a yearwhen you become a Museum Center Member.Visit cincymuseum.org for more information.

OvernightsCalling children ages 7-15! Grab your sleeping bag and pillow for a night at the museum to find out what really happens after dark!

Museum CampsCamps are for children in kindergarten through 8th grade and include a variety of opportunities to engage with science, history, technology and other topics.

Birthday PartiesChoose from a variety of educational party themes for children ages 1 to 12!

Learn through play all year-roundwith Cincinnati Museum Center!Visit cincymuseum.org to find experiences that ignite the mind. The Duke Energy Children’s Museum and Special Exhibits Gallery are open during restoration.